Tender chicken thigh fillets marinated in a blend of turmeric, coriander, and coconut milk develop a beautiful golden char when seared in a hot cast-iron skillet. These Satay Chicken Skewers strike a balance between aromatic spices and the savory, nutty depth of a classic Thai-inspired peanut sauce, offering a satisfying combination of textures that works just as well for a quick weeknight dinner as it does for casual weekend gatherings.

The sauce ties everything together, pulling in notes of red curry paste and apple cider vinegar to cut through the richness of the peanut butter. By simmering the base with the remaining coconut milk, you achieve a thick, pourable consistency that clings perfectly to the skewered meat.

For a complete meal, serve these skewers over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice alongside fresh cucumber, shaved carrots, and a sprinkle of chopped coriander. It is a straightforward way to pull together a restaurant-style meal at home without requiring hours of preparation in the kitchen.

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While these skewers are a classic, there are plenty of ways to enjoy grilled chicken on a stick depending on your mood. If you are looking for a more traditional take on the street food style, our authentic Indonesian chicken satay is a fantastic place to start. For those who prefer a different flavor profile, switching to herbed Mediterranean skewers offers a lighter, brighter alternative that works perfectly for weeknight grilling.

Key Ingredients

Chicken thigh fillets: These provide the tender, juicy base for the skewers.
Coconut milk: Used in the marinade for moisture and as the creamy base for the peanut sauce.
Peanut butter: This creates the thick, nutty consistency required for the signature Thai-style dipping sauce.
Red curry paste: Provides the essential aromatic heat and spice profile to the peanut sauce.
Turmeric: Gives the chicken its vibrant golden color and earthy aroma.
Coriander powder: Adds a distinct citrusy and floral depth to the chicken marinade.

More Skewer Inspirations

If you have leftovers from this batch, try repurposing them into a fusion-style chicken satay taco for a quick lunch.
For something creamy and mild, these Malai chicken tikka skewers provide a rich, yogurt-based marinade that contrasts beautifully with spicy peanut sauces.
If you prefer a sharp, pungent kick, the cracked peppercorn seasoning in our Kali Mirchi chicken skewers adds a bold layer of heat to your grill session.

Satay Chicken Skewers

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Satay Chicken Skewers Ingredients

For the chicken Marinate1 kg chicken thigh fillets, cut into small pieces2 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons fresh garlic finely minced or paste2 teaspoons ginger paste2 tablespoons soy sauce1 teaspoons curry powder1 teaspoon turmeric2 teaspoons coriander powder1/4 cup coconut milk (buy a 400ml can you will need the rest for the sauce below)Approx 1 tspn salt or to taste1/2 teaspoon black pepper2 teaspoons brown sugar sugarFor the the thai peanut sauceLeftover Coconut milk from the 400ml can1 tbsp red curry paste (more or less depends how Spicy you want it)3/4 cup natural peanut butter, smooth1/4 cup white sugar2 tsp dark soy sauce1 tsp salt2 tbsp apple cider vinegar3/4 cup water

Steps

Marinate the chicken in the Marinate ingredients and refrigerate for 30mins, place Skewers in water for 30mins also to prevent them from burning, then skewer the chicken.Place remaining coconut milk and Peanut Sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium low heat. Stir to combine then simmer, stirring every now and then, for 5 minutes.Adjust consistency with water – it should be a pourable but thickish sauce. Cover with lid and keep warm while cooking skewers.Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.Once it’s hot, add a drizzle of oil to the pan then bring the heat to med/low.Add the chicken in, making sure not to crowd them. Cook in two batches if needed.Once golden brown on one side, about 5 to 6 minutes, flip over.Allow the other side to get golden brown, about 6 minutes and cook till cooked through to the center.Take the chicken off the heat and finish with peanut sauce, chopped coriander, jasmine rice, and peanuts.I used microwave Jasmine Rice pouches to make this a quick and easy meal, added chopped cucumber, shaved carrots, red cabbage and spring onions.

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